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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Armor) George Kent Williams, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Williams distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as a Platoon Leader and subsequently Troop Commander in the 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, 23d Infantry Division (Americal), in action against the enemy in 1969 and 1970. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by First Lieutenant Williams, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Armor)

    Batallion:

    1st Squadron

    Regiment:

    1st Cavalry Regiment

    Division:

    23d Infantry Division (Americal)

    Action Date:

    1969 – 1970
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Armor) George Kent Williams, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Williams distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as a Platoon Leader and subsequently Troop Commander in the 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, 23d Infantry Division (Americal), in action against the enemy in 1969 and 1970. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by First Lieutenant Williams, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.